• Keep the knob pressed in for approx. 15 sec-onds to temporarily bridge the igniter safety device. If you let go of the knob too quickly, the gas flame goes out. If this occurs, re-light the burner as de-scribed above.
• Release the regulating knob and adjust the gas flame as required.
Turning off the gas flame
• Turn the appropriate knob@ fully clockwise to turn off the gas flame.
• Close the gas shut-off valve in the kitchen unit.
• Close the safety valve on the gas bottle.
• Remove all objects from the gas cooker and al-low the cooker to cool fully.
• Place the backrest of the left front seat in an upright position or turn the left front seat so that you can close the kitchen unit's cover plate.
• Lower the kitchen unit cover plate and latch it securely. <1
Water supply and disposal, California
n::n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fresh water system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Sterilising agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . 239
Cleaning the fresh water tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Waste water tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Turning the water on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Cleaning the drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Additional information:
• Central control panel 204
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
• Fuses for the camping equipment 249
• Winter conditions 253
• Filling the tank 340
A WARNING
Improper use of the fresh water system can lead to poisoning and illness.
• The fresh water tank should only be filled with drinking water from the public water supply.
• Never fill the fresh water tank from springs or streams. Such water could be con-taminated or contain debris.
• Never use commercially available house-hold cleaners to clean the fresh water tank.
• Never leave water in the fresh water tank for long periods without replacing it with fresh water.
,A WARNING (Continued)
• Drain the fresh water system completely when it will not be used for a long time.
A WARNING
Both the fresh water tank and the waste water tank drain out underneath the vehicle. In very cold conditions this poses a danger from the formation of ice.
• Be especially careful when fresh or waste water are drained during freezing or very cold weather.
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In very cold weather the fresh and waste water systems should be emptied to prevent them from becoming damaged if the vehicle is not to be kept heated continuously or Is only to be used for short periods.
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Do not allow the water pump to run dry as this will damage the pump.
• Only switch on the water pump when there Is water in the fresh water tank.
m if you do not use the sink for a long period' it L.:!J should be kept dry and free of salt.
m Never confuse the fresh water tank filler neck L.:!J with the fuel tank filler neck. <1
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Fresh water system
Fig. 202 Fresh water filler neck CD.
l"'""'('n First read and observe the introductory L-J.:.I.I Information and safety warnings & on page 237.
The fresh water level is displayed on the central control panel.
Before using the fresh water system for the first time
• Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends disinfecting the fresh water system with a commer-cially available disinfectant before using it for the first time.
• Fill up the fresh water tank completely =>page 238.
• Turn on the tap and allow a few litres of water to run into the sink and then into the waste water tank. This will flush any residue out of the fresh wa-ter system.
• Drain both water tanks until empty.
Filling up with fresh water
• Make sure the drain lever for the fresh water tank is closed =>Fig. 203 CD.
• Unlock the cap on the filler neck for the fresh water tank =>Fig 202 CD.
• Unscrew the cap completely and remove it.
• Add the sterilising agent if needed =>page 239.
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Fig. 203 In the rear stowage compartment under the shelve: closed CD or opened ® valve of the fresh water tank.
• Fill up the fresh water tank with fresh water through the filler neck.
• Screw the cap back on and lock it.
Draining the fresh water tank
• Open the door to the rear stowage compart-ment.
• Remove the lower shelves.
• Turn the red drain lever to position =>Fig. 203 ®to open the valve and empty the fresh water tank=>& In Introduction on page 237.
• After emptying the tank, turn the drain lever back to position CD to close the valve.
• Make sure that the drain valve is completely closed.
• Replace the shelves and close the stowage compartment door.
Draining the water system
• Remove the water pump fuse SI 20.
• Place the back rest of the left front seat in an upright position or turn the left front seat so that you can open the kitchen unit's cover plate.
• Raise the kitchen unit's cover plate straight up.
• Raise the tap up.
• Lift up the lever on the tap to allow the water to drain out of the pipes. <
Cleaning the drain
r-f'n First read and observe the introductory l.-.lo=-U information and safety warnings & on page 237.
• Make sure that there is no food debris or water in the sink.
• You will need a suitable container to catch any water that is drained out.
• Open the cupboard door under the sink.
• Pull out the drawer.
• Loosen the clamp on the drain hose on top of the waste water tank and carefully pull the drain hose from its waste water tank connection.
• Drain the water out of the drain hose into the container.
Refrigerator box, California
CClJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the refrigerator box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Cleaning the refrigerator box . . . . . . . . . . 242
Additional information:
• Central control panel 204.
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
• Fuses for the camping equipment 249.
A WARNING
Objects that are not secured, or are secured Incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or braking manoeu-vre or accident.
• The refrigerator box lid must always be kept closed and locked when the vehicle is in motion.
• Never use the refrigerator box as a table or stowage compartment when the vehicle is in motion.
• Clean the drain hose and the drain in the sink using a soft flexible object such as a pipe cleaner.
• Insert the drain hose back into the waste water tank connection.
• Tighten the drain hose clamp on the waste wa-ter tank connection.
• Make sure that the drain hose is connected properly and check that the connection is water-tight
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Water leaking from a poor connection on the waste water drain hose can cause damage.
• Always check to make sure the waste water drain hose connection Is not leaking.
If the ambient temperature in the vehicle is too low, the temperature in the refrigerator box could fall below +2 oc (+35 °F) degrees. This could cause the contents of the refriger-ator box to freeze and bottles and other con-tainers to burst, potentially causing injuries.
• Do not use the refrigerator box when the ambient temperature is too low.
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Handling the refrigerator box incorrectly could damage it.
• Do not place containers, food or other ob-jects which are warmer than +50 oc (+122 °F) in the refrigerator box.
• Do not place corrosive substances or sol-vents In the refrigerator box.
• Never expose the refrigerator box to rain or humidity.
• To prevent mould and mildew from forming In the refrigerator box when it is not being used for long periods, place a folded dry towel be-tween the box and Its lid.
r.:l The refrigerator box is not intended to cool or W heat the vehicle interior. The refrigerator box should only be used to keep food cool and for transporting heat-sensitive items on short journeys.
Using the refrigerator box
r--('n First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 241.
The suspended basket in the refrigerator box is for cooling food. The temperature is lower under the basket than inside it. Closed containers or glass bottles are less likely to burst if they are stored in the basket rather than on the bottom of the refrig-erator box .& in Introduction on page 241.
The additional battery will discharge if the refriger-ator box is used for a long period while the engine is switched off and the 230-volt connection is not used.
Before the refrigerator box is used for the first time, it should be cleaned thoroughly using lukewarm water and a mild detergent.
Cleaning the refrigerator box
r--f'n First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 241.
The refrigerator box works independently of the engine and the ignition. lt is fed exclusively by the additional battery. The refrigerator box is switched on and off and regulated using the central control panel.
As far as possible, keep food and drinks in the re-frigerator box in leak-proof containers. Do not over-fill the refrigerator box such that air circulation is impaired.
Cool the refrigerator box before placing food items and drinks in it. Items you wish to keep in the re-frigerator box should be removed from your house-hold fridge/freezer just before you start your jour-ney. When shopping during a journey, we recom-mend items from shop fridges/freezers be placed in the refrigerator box as quickly as possible.
• To prevent mould and mildew from forming in the refrigerator box when it is not being used for long periods, place a folded dry towel between the box and its lid.
o::JJ Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
12-volt socket ........................... 244
230-volt power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . 245
230-volt Euro socket, California . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
230-volt grounded safety socket . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Residual current circuit breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 7
Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 7
Additional batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Fuses for the camping equipment .. 249
Electrical equipment can be connected to the sock-ets in the vehicle.
The connected devices must be in good condition. Do not use faulty devices.
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There are two separate power circuits in the vehi-cle:
• 12-volt DC circuit
• 230-volt AC circuit
12-volt DC circuit
Power is supplied as standard from the additional batteries under the left front seat and in the ward-robe to the following 12-volt consumers:
• Interior lights in the living area
• 12-volt sockets in the living area
• 230-volt Euro socket in the side trim panel be-hind the left front seat
• Central control panel
• Refrigerator box
• Pump for fresh water
• Auxiliary heater
230-volt grounded safety socket
The 230-volt grounded safety socket is supplied with 230 V alternating current via electrical feed from the external socket 242.
The following electrical consumers are supplied from the 230-volt power supply via the external socket:
• Battery charger
• Depending on the vehicle equipment, the 230-volt grounded safety socket is located in the side trim panel behind the left front seat or on the side of the kitchen unit 246.
230-volt Euro socket
The 230-volt Euro socket is supplied via additional batteries or via an inverter and is located in the side trim panel behind the left front seat 245.
Additional information:
• Electrical sockets page 163
• Battery 362
• Cigarette lighter 161
• Accessories, modifications, repairs and renewal of parts 394
• Fuses 429
• Consumer information 404
• Rectifying faults on the camping equipment 254
High voltage in the electrical system!
• Never pour any liquid over the socket.
• Do not plug any adapters or extension ca-bles into the 230-volt Euro socket. Otherwise the built-in child lock will disengage and pow-er will be supplied to the socket.
• Do not insert any items which will conduct electricity, such as knitting needles, into the contacts of the 230-volt Euro socket.
A WARNING
Improper use of the sockets and electrical ac-cessories can cause fires and severe Injuries.
• Never leave children in the vehicle unat-tended. Sockets and the devices connected to them can be used when the ignition is switched on.
A WARNING (Continued)
• If the electrical device gets too hot, switch off the device Immediately and disconnect it from the socket.
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• Observe the operating instructions for any device that you plug into the socket.
• Never exceed the maximum power rating as this could damage the whole vehicle electrical system.
• Only use accessories that have been ap-proved in accordance with valid guidelines concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
• Never feed electricity into the socket.
• Do not plug any heavy devices or connec-tions, such as mains adapters, directly Into the socket.
• Only connect devices to the socket with a voltage that matches the voltage of the socket.
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• In order to prevent damage to the electrical system, never connect equipment that gener-ates electricity, such as solar panels or battery chargers for charging the vehicle battery, to the 12-volt socket.
• Only use accessories that have been ap-proved in accordance with current guidelines concerning electromagnetic compatibility.
• In order to avoid damage due to voltage fluctuation, always switch any electrical con-sumers connected to the 12-volt sockets off be-fore switching the ignition or the engine on or off. When the start/stop system automatically switches off and restarts the engine, it is not necessary to switch off any connected electri-cal consumers.
• Never connect electrical devices requiring more electrical power to a 12-volt socket. The vehicle's electrical system can be damaged if the maximum power output is exceeded.
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• Observe the operating instructions for any device that you plug Into the socket.
• 230-volt Euro socket:
-Do not plug any heavy devices or connec-tions, such as mains adapters, directly into the socket. .,..
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The batteries will become depleted if electrical consumers such as the auxiliary heater, refrigera-tor box or interior lights are used while the vehicle is stationary for long periods of time without re-charging the batteries. If the battery voltage falls below 11.5 volts, the auxiliary heater cannot be switched on.
The battery compartment and the battery charger are designed specifically for the factory-fitted AGM (absorbed glass mat) batteries &.
Additional batteries
r--f'n First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings & on page 242.
The factory-fitted AGM batteries are located under the left front seat and in the wardrobe. They have deep discharge protection.
Should the additional batteries be subjected to deep discharge over a long period of time, they could be destroyed.
You can prevent deep discharge by:
• switching off the central control panel after charging,
• removing the fuses for the fresh water pump and the pop-up roof as necessary 249.
AGM batteries are maintenance free. do not leak their electrolyte, are robust and have extremely low gas emissions.
When should the additional battery be charged?
• If the additional battery is not charged by the al-ternator while the engine is running, the additional battery must be charged on the battery charger at regular intervals -every 4 weeks at the latest-for at least 12 hours.
• The additional battery must be recharged for at least 12 hours before the start of a journey if the battery has not been used for an extended period (e.g. seasonal use).
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A WARNING
If a conventional battery Is charged it will give off a highly explosive mixture of gases.
• Use only AGM batteries of the same type (batteries with the electrolyte absorbed Into a special fibreglass matting) and with the same specifications as the factory-fitted batteries.
• Never use conventional batteries (wet cells with liquid electrolyte).
If a conventional battery Is charged it will give off a highly explosive mixture of gases.
• Use only AGM batteries of the same type (batteries with the electrolyte absorbed into a special fibreglass matting) and with the same specifications as the factory-fitted batteries.
• Never use conventional batteries (wet cells with liquid electrolyte).
Fuses for the camping equipment
87E-0221
Fig. 214 Under the left front seat: fuse box.
l"""'('n First read and observe the introductory L-Jr:,.U information and safety warnings & on page 242.
Colour
Purple
beige
Brown
Red
Blue
Yellow
White or clear
Green
Orange
beige
Colour coding of fuses
Electrical consumers
Battery charger
Pop-up roof
Reading lights
Refrigerator box
Water pump
Central control panel
Fuse table
In some vehicles, the locations of fuse blocks could vary from the those shown In the table. How-ever, since the order of the amp ratings is identical within any individual fuse block, you will still be able to identify the electrical consumers if this is the case.
The fuses for the camping equipment electrical consumers are located under the left front seat 214. Other vehicle parts will have to be re-moved in order to gain access to the fuse box. If you are unsure, have the fuses changed by a qualified workshop.
Several electrical consumers could share a single fuse. Conversely, a single consumer could have more than one fuse.
Therefore fuses should only be replaced when the cause of the fault has been rectified. If a new fuse blows shortly after insertion, have the electrical system checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
Amp rating
3
5
7.5
10
15
20
25
30
40
80
Fuse number (amp rating in Fig. 214
16 (30)
17 (30)
18 (10)
19 (10)
20 (5)
21 (5)
A WARNING
Using unsuitable or repaired fuses and bridg-Ing an electrical circuit without fuses can cause a fire and serious injuries.
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A WARNING (Continued)
• Never fit fuses that have a higher fuse pro-tection limit. Fuses must always be replaced by a new fuse with the same amp rating (same colour and markings) and size.
• Never repair a fuse.
• Never use a metal strip, paper clip or simi-lar objects to replace a fuse.
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• To avoid damage to the electrical system in the vehicle, switch the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers off and remove the ve-hicle key from the ignition before changing a fuse.
• You can damage another position in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher amp rating.
• Fuse boxes must be protected from dirt and moisture when opened. Dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.
o::n Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Controls for the living area 250
Controls for the living area
Fig. 215 Controls for the Climatic
ifl1 First read and observe the introductory L-.J.=.IJ information given on page 250.
Depending on equipment options, your vehicle is fitted with one of the control units shown here for the living area.
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Additional information:
• Air conditioning system 322.
Fig. 216 Controls for the Climatronic
Climatic: heating the living area
• Turn the temperature control clockwise to set the required heating temperature 215 G).
• Turn the blower control @ to one of the set-tings 1-4.